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Modern Decorative Objects

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
"Brad, Gordon, Tony & Chuck" Leather Baskets by C. Bouchard for Oscar Maschera
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Brad, Gordon, Tony & Chuck" are leather baskets with handles, designed by Claude Bouchard and manufactured by Oscar Maschera. Genuine Italian leather vegetable tanned. Colors combin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather

Hand Blown Murano Facet Vase in Grey Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A stunning creation from the heart of Murano's glassmaking tradition, this vase showcases an exceptional grey tint that lends a subtle, refined charm to its geometric design. Each fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Luxury Vase “Brain”. Porcelain. Handmade Design and Crafted in, Italy, 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

'Apple' Unique Sculpture in Handmade Aquamarine Crystal by Ghiró Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
This apple was crafted from a whole natural raw block of aquamarine crystal. This block was ground and polished for several hours by hand until it obtained the shape of an apple and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Jørgen Mogensen Vase for Royal Copenhagen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jørgen Mogensen for Royal Copenhagen dark glazed stoneware vase with raised birds design. The vase is signed with 3 blue waves for Royal Copenhagen and the monogram JM for Jørgen Mo...
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Early 20th Century Danish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Gary Spradling (1951-2006) Bronze Nude Female Torso Burnished Red Art Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Gary Spradling (1951-2006) Bronze Nude Female Torso Burnished Red Art Sculpture. Item features heavy bronze construction, signed "Gary R. Spradling, 2003 Tallix" to rear, wit...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Hand-Blown Murano Frozen Vase in Emerald Green Small
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Murano Frozen Vase in Emerald Green is a sculptural marvel, embodying the essence of refined design and intricate craftsmanship. Its deep emerald green surface flows seamlessly i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Hand-Blown Murano Bowl in Aqua Blue with 24-Karat Gold Flecks
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite hand-blown Murano bowl in vibrant aqua blue exudes elegance and craftsmanship. Created using time-honored Venetian techniques, this piece is enhanced with shimmering 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

The Trio Of Green Cap Tourmaline Crystals With Pink Apatite From Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Product Information: Specimen: Tourmaline on Apatite Weight: 5 grams Dimensions: H: 2 x W: 1.5 x D: 1.5 cm Origin: Staknala Gali, Haramosh Mountains, Skardu District, Gilgit Bal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Other

Votive Holder in Pyrite Classic
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Pyrite, Rock Crystal

Votive Holder in Pyrite Classic
Votive Holder in Pyrite Classic
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Solid Marble Chain Links Designed by Regina Andrew Detroit
Located in Ross, CA
Solid marble chain designed by Regina Andrew Detroit, is named the Atlas Marble Chain. The link of three was made in the USA in the 21st Century.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

1970s Magritte Style Bowler Hat Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s Magritte style bowler hat sculpture, Whimsical, lacquered plaster model of a iconic surrealist focal point. Unmarked.   
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20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

Leather Elephant Sculpture
Located in Denton, TX
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Mid-20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather

Signed David Muniz Acrylic Lucite Modern Contemporary Bottle Sculpture
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This stunning contemporary acrylic lucite bottle sculpture, signed by David Muniz, is a beautiful addition to any space. Made of clear lucite, it features violet and teal accents wit...
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1990s Unknown Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Lucite

Set/3 Vases, Ceramic Vases, White, Handmade in Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Nebula Vases, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home. This beautiful set includes three waterproof ceramic vases, perfect to be displayed to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Costantini Diego Modern Crystal Pulegoso Made Murano Glass Vase with Butterflies
Located in Murano, Venezia
Handmade Crystal Pulegoso Murano glass blown vase with 16 multicolored butterflies attached with magnet. Modern vase ideal for a modern and rustic classic environment, for everyone...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Large Italian Banded Onyx Sculpture Egg on a Pedestal
Located in Hudson, NY
Carved from a single block a rare banded onyx this large sculpted egg rests on an electrified pedestal that creates internal light for the egg making it a ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx, Wire

Bronze Gates by Mary Brōgger
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze Gates by Mary Brogger Unique piece. Dimensions: W 183 x H 259 cm. Materials: Bronze. Custom sizes and finishes available. Electronic system fitting available. Mary Br...
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2010s American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Silverplated Candle Holders by Lunt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of silverplated candle holders by Lunt, The pieces need to be polished, they show some wear and wax residue. Measurements: 7 inches high x 3.25 inches square at base x 2.25 ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Gemme Triangular Glass Vase in Red by Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with shaped body and neck in red designed in 2017. Perfect for indoor home decor as container or statement piece for any room. Also available in other colors on 1st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Tony Evans Evans Studio Raku Ceramic Pottery Bear Sculpture
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This striking raku-fired ceramic bear by artist Tomi Evans is a powerful blend of earthy elegance and raw natural form. Sculpted with gentle, abstract lines, the bear embodies a quie...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Carved Marble Abstract Sculpture
Located in Norwood, NJ
Beautiful geometric form carved marble abstract form sculpture. A gray and white marble, with a faint green hue is beautifully sculpted with a feel of movement in its geometric abstr...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Luxury Vase #23 "Goldfinch". Porcelain. Handmade design and craft in Italy. 2020
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The heart collection is the result of the extravagant creativity of two innovative designers, who are inspired especially by the human body. The heart collection is inspired by the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Wonderful Mid Century Modern Smoke Art Glass Crystal Large Thick Panel Vase
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid Century Modern Smoke Art Glass / Crystal Large Thick And Heavy Panel Vase Attributed To Baccarat
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20th Century Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Hand Blown Murano Vase with Square Base in Emerald Green
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An ode to modern sophistication, this exquisite emerald hue vase exudes a timeless elegance that can transform any space into a sanctuary of style. Handcrafted in Murano, Italy, this...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Ferrari F40 in crystal by Arnolfo di Cambio Italy design in years '80
Located in Biella, IT
Ferrari F40 in crystal by Arnolfo di Cambio Italy design in years '80. the work is in transparent and satinated crystal, stainless steel rear spoiler removable in dark gray color, and the F40 is signed on the lower back Arnolfo di Cambio. very rare and international iconic object...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Hand-Built Ceramic Vase by Dena Zemsky
Located in New York, NY
Hand-built earthenware vase with texture and movement throughout. Great earth tone glazes suggesting flames. Artist-signed and dated on underside.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Hexagonal Brass & Silver Decorative Box with Wooden Interior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique hexagonal decorative box combines sleek geometric form with a mix of warm and cool tones. The exterior features a polished brass lid accented with silver-plated edging, c...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

3 Naturalistic Ceramic Centerpiece Flowers Handmade in Italy Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a man in a modern way. The man is gently painted with acrylic color. Our designer creates these pieces completely by hand, without any mold....
Category

2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Murano Vintage Mandruzzato Diamond Faceted Geode Bowl Sommerso Blue, Green
Located in North Miami, FL
This gorgeous gem of an Italian hand blown Murano bowl by Alessandro Mandruzzato is diamond faceted surround in Sommerso colors in geode form. The flat top is polished and the shape is oval. These are sometimes called caviar bowls for serving this delicacy. The flat cut polished top and the geode form make this glistening glass bowl reflect and refract light and change color. The colors of light blue to dark blue to sea light green are a spectacular play against each other. It is jewel like color and light. It is from the 1970s. It is both for serving and or just glass sculptural object bowl form. This is a real beauty and unusual color palette for these types of special Murano geode...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Pablo Picasso, Bull, Turned round dish, 1957, edition Picasso, Madoura
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Pablo Picasso Taureau 1957. 22 janvier Plat rond tourné D. 38 cm R.A terre de faience rouge, décor à l'engobe, gravé au couteau, couverte partielle au pinceau Noir Tiré à 250 exemp...
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1950s French Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Large Modernist Lucite Block Prism Sculpture by Alessio Tasca
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool large modernist lucite block prism sculpture by noted Italian designer Alessio Tasca, circa 1970s. This is a fairly rare Tasca lucite design that is in very good conditio...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Lucite

Enzo Mari, Rare Cube Resin with Black Ball Sphere, Sculpture/Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice modern resin cube by the very well known designer Enzo Mari, Measures in cm 7 x 7 x 7.
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Lladró at the Derby Horses Sculpture by Ernest Massuet. Limited Edition.
Located in New York City, NY
Glossy porcelain sculpture racing in the racetrack limited series represented by three horses with jockey of intense red and blue colors, combination of different glazes. Base includ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Number 1 Explorer Vase by Jaime Hayon
Located in Geneve, CH
Number 1 Explorer vase by Jaime Hayon Dimensions: D23 x H 40 cm Materials: glazed ceramic Also available in different colours. "The shapely forms...
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2010s Spanish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Enameled Resin and Metal Pop Art Sculpture in Sunflower Yellow, Bubble Gum Pink
Located in New York, NY
This idiosyncratic and powerful sculpture, with its vibrant color scheme and dynamic form, encapsulates all of the energy of pop on an intimate scale. The enamel green base with blac...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Viridian: Green Persian Marble Plant Stand with Onyx Details and Organic Design
Located in Porto, PT
Introducing Viridian, a distinctive plant stand that epitomizes luxury and elegance. Crafted from solid Green Persian marble and adorned with intricate onyx details, Viridian is desi...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx

Moor Heads Vases "Venus with gold", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Abstract Modern Bronze Sculpture by Roy Gussow
Located in Norwood, NJ
Abstract gilt modern bronze sculpture, "Study" by Roy Gussow (American, 1918-2011), marked and dated with coin seal inlaid to marble base. Mr. Gussow’s smal...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Arbit Blatas Modern Art Foundry Bronze Sculpture of Mime Marcel Marceau
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine bronze sculpture. By Arbit Blatas. Depicting the legendary mime - Marcel Marceau. With a verdigris patina. Marked to the reverse for the Modern Art Foundry and #5. Simply a wonderful sculpture of the world...
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20th Century American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Aluminum Rocket Playground Toy Sculpture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This aluminum rocket sculpture was originally a playground spring ride located throughout parks. Spring is not included. It's more sculptural and part ...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Black Marble Arched Platter Medium
Located in Eindhoven, NB
This multi-use arched black marble platter with natural veining makes a sophisticated presentation of appetizers, cheese, breads and crackers. Thi...
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2010s Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Fazzoletto Glass Vase in Aquamarine by Fulvio Bianconi & Paolo Venini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Venini glass vase with pinched rim in aquamarine and mint designed by Fulvio Bianconi and Paolo Venini in 1948. Perfect for indoor home decor as container, vide-poche or statement pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass

Blue Groove Series Set of Six Handmade Modern Glass Design Vases
Located in New York, NY
The Blue Groove series is a group of modern design objects which each feature an embedded groove that offers a machine-made quality to these otherwi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass

Venini Monofiore Balloton Medium Vase in Apple Green Red Thread Murano Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Monofiore Balloton medium vase in amber Murano glass by Venini. It looks soft, but it’s not; it’s glass. The optical illusion of Monofiori by Venini from 1970 lies in its name: Ballo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Esopo Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Esopo vase by Imperfettolab Dimensions: Ø 20 x H 21 cm Materials: Raw material Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a family. Verter Turroni, Emanuela Ravelli and our children...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Fiberglass

Contemporary Modern Abstract Sculpture Marble Art
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Modern Contemporary Abstract Sculpture Marble Art in the style of Leonardo Nierman Dimensions: 41 h x 16 w x 9.5 d Preowned condi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Unda Vase by Imperfettolab
Located in Geneve, CH
Unda vase by Imperfettolab Designer: Verter Turroni 2018 Dimensions: D 26 x H 18.5 cm Materials: fibreglass Vase in fibreglass. Imperfetto Lab Who we are ? We are a fa...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Fiberglass

Elegant Marine Head Ceramic Centerpiece Handmade in Italy Without Mold, 2023
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
The piece is a unique representation of a woman in a modern way. The woman is gently painted with acrylic color. Our designer creates these pieces complet...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Brass Inlay Blue Dyed Bone Box
Located in New York, NY
Handd dyed bone blue keepsake box with 3 brass inlay stripes.
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Christian Poincignon for Daum, "Caduceus" Sculpture, Limited Edition
By Daum
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful "Caduceus" sculpture by Christian Poincignon for the Daum Manufacture. Limited edition piece, this one numbered 682 / 2000 and signed by the manufacture. Decorations of a ...
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1990s French Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Debbie Vase Sage & Silver by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
Channelling the raw and rebellious energy of New York’s post-punk scene, the Debbie collection pays tribute to the legendary Blondie frontwoman with a mix of rock-and-roll audacity a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Kähler - Tall Floor Vase
Located in Kastrup, DK
Tall stoneware floor vase with turquoise blue glaze manufactured by Kähler. H. 56 cm. Mouth opening 13 cm Signed with manufacturer’s mark HAK engraved under the base (Hermann A. Kähl...
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Early 20th Century Danish Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Costantini Diego Modern Crystal Pulegoso Made Murano Glass Vase with Dragonflies
Located in Murano, Venezia
Handmade Crystal Pulegoso Murano glass blown vase with 16 multicolored dragonflies attached with magnet. Modern vase ideal for a modern and rustic classic environment, for everyone...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Set of 5 White Painted Wooden Geometric Molds
Located in South Salem, NY
Mid to Early 1900's set of 5 wooden geometric molds. Great modular accessories. 12"h x 6"w. Sphere is 7"diameter.
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20th Century British Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Ghidini 1961 Medium Rabbit in Polished Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Decorative object medium in brass "The rabbit is the latest iconic object I have designed. For Ghidini it has turned into a family of precious metal objects: salt and pepper, paper...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Hand Blown Octagonal Murano Glass Box in Smoked Garnet
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated modernist decorative box was realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. It features...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Murano Glass

Picture Frame Large Horizontal in Pink Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal

Modern Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Located in Queens, NY
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20th Century Unknown Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

The Fiasca Vessel by Coseincorso
Located in Geneve, CH
The Fiasca Vessel by Coseincorso Dimensions: Ø 25 x H 34 cm. Materials: Ceramic with unleaded glaze. The Fiasca takes inspiration from storage vessels made in fairly standard shape...
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2010s Italian Modern Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Venini, RAAQUU, VG-VGnewtrend, and Mosche Bianche. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15 and tops out at $6,718,000 while the average work can sell for $1,174.

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